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On Tuesday, September 18th voters will go to the polls to decide whether to amend the Alabama Constitution. Amendment 1 would make the following changes:

Authorize the removal of $145 million per year from the Alabama Trust Fund (ATF) for the next three years ($435 million total) to be used for General Fund expenses. This represents 20% of the principal of the ATF and there is no requirement for repayment.

Permanently divert ½ of the annual oil & gas royalty payments and spend it on current expenses.

Authorize the distribution of 5% of the average market value of the invested assets of the ATF for the General Fund and other beneficiaries.

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